2008 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
